Forklift Operator 3rd Shift Category: Operations Job Location: 850 Withrow Court, Bardstown, Kentucky Tracking Code: 10372 Position Type: Full-Time, Regular Material Handler
We are AUTOKINITON, pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHNAUTOKINITON. AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100 vertical integration capabilities, such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.
Were proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic structural automotive components and assemblies around the globe.
To help us drive excellence, youll get to:
• Fork Truck license will have to be certified - if not currently • Pass written test and demonstrate safe operation of a powered industrial vehicle • Move materials in the plant as required • Ensure parts and containers are placed at workstations as required • The ability to read and understand both written and verbal information
This full-time hourly role is a part of our Materials Department team and reports to the Materials Supervisor.
Required experience: • Ability to read and comprehend both written and verbal information • Ability to use a handheld scanner • Capable of working together as a team when needed • Use a scale for weight control purposes
Working Conditions: We will provide position-specific details, including physical and focused efforts working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Where Youll Be: This position is located at our Autokiniton Bardstown in Bardstown, KY, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.
Community Features: • Small, friendly community • Voted Most Beautiful Small Town in America • Autokiniton Bardstown was voted the 2022 Best Manufacturing Facility in Nelson County
Why Youll Enjoy Working Here: • Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision • 401k with Company contribution match and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December • Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25 years. It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being. • Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization. • Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates - from entry-level to senior-level - with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.
AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.
AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Posted Date: August 20, 2025